Post 7, Free Themed Post

Hey guys today you have a new (and definite) Free-themed topic. Please think well about it. This time, instead of just a story, let's think about holding an argument. Think of current topics that have two opposing views, or present a dilemma. Prepare a list of  Pros/Cons (things in favor/against) and let's argue!

https://www.procon.org/debate-topics.php

Is obesity a disease?

Here are some ways to start/finish your argument (Choose one)

Introduction Ideas	Conclusion Ideas
Use a true story	What will happen if your solution is adopted or people accept your argument?
Scenario: Imaginary story which illustrates the problem	Revise the scenario showing what will happen if the reader adopts your ideas.
Startling quotation, fact, or statistic	Use a real-life example of how your idea works.
Explain the problem	Tell the reader what they need to think, do, feel, or believe.
Describe vividly	Appeal to the reader's emotions, character, or reason.
Frame story or flashback	Finish the frame story.

You can mix and match these ideas for your essay.

taken from:https://owlcation.com/academia/How-to-Write-an-Argument-Essay

Word count: 230.

Post 6: Post graduate studies

First read the following article about choosing the right course.

https://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/mar/03/how-make-sure-dont-choose-wrong-postgraduate-course

Look for some examples on the web.

Write about a postgraduate course that you would consider taking in the future.

Include:

- Reasons to do the course

- Subject(s) you would like to study

- Where you would like to study (Chile or abroad)

- How you would like to study (distance learning, blended system, part-time course, etc)

- Any other relevant ideas

- Make comments on 3 of your classmates’ posts + a comment on your teacher's post.

- Word Count: 220 words

Last year I finished my thesis on Visual Art, and less than a month after I started my Master's degree in Media Art. So for me, continuing my studies was something I deeply wanted from the start. I can assure you that it is a lot of extra work maintaining a regular life with so many occupations and assignments.
Anyways, it has been an excellent opportunity to dig deeper on all the things you found interesting during your BA and want to keep developing.

Nonetheless, I would love to look for an Artist Residency in a foreign country. Taking some time outside is very important for fresh artists, and many people try to go to the main cultural centers, such as Berlin or London. In my case, I am not that interested in going to those places. If I had all the time and money available. I would study in Scotland, in The Glasgow School of Art. Art schools are a great option, since you can concentrate on specific topics, and working alongside people from all over the world. 

On the other hand, I wouldn't mind studying in South America, as long as I could learn something related to my current interests.  I am interested in Art history, specifically Latin American art, from the Colonial era until now.  I would like to find a special program that focused on these topics. There is a nice Masters Degree in Latin American Art at the University of Cuyo in Argentina.

If I cannot travel, I would still try to keep myself informed. In Chile, it is not easy to work and study, but distance learning has become a sensible option.  

So, what about you, would you like to continue your studies in the future?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuEcXjDci-8

Post 5, My future job.

First, check out the following video:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english/ep-170413

Listen and read the transcript of the video and think about the following questions;

- What kind of job would you like to have? How do you imagine it?

- Outdoors /indoors?

- Would you like to travel a lot in your job?

- What about the salary?

- What major are you studying / are you thinking of taking? Would you like to have a second career?

- Add any other related ideas.

Well, This is an awkward question for me, since I am currently working and actually, I enjoy my job  a lot. I realize that it is different from what I  had thought It would be when I  was a student, but still, I think it is a nice living. 

Regarding my future plans, I would love to continue teaching, I have found a lot of happiness working with people. Maybe I would like to travel some more, but in a good sense. I would like to travel to different parts of Chile, in order to learn more about its people and their customs. I know it sounds a bit farfetched, but I truly believe that teaching is not just a matter of passing down information in an efficient way, but more about sharing experiences and creating bonds. Also, we need to make our best efforts to fight ignorance and prejudice, poverty is not just a material issue but a cultural matter as well. 

Maybe If I had to change something, I would love to work with small groups of students, so I could get to know them better.For the time being, I have no real concerns about the money, even though I should be thinking about the future and start saving some money, so obviously, I would like to have a steady income. On a different note, I am finishing my first year at Master's program in Media Arts, and that is a field I would love to integrate into my teaching. I think that Art is a "place" where people can learn and comment upon current issues,  So, I would definitely like a steady job, which allowed me to meet new people and share our experiences and opinions about life today.

So, What do you think about it?, please don't forget to comment below.  

Word count: 210 at least!

Post 4, Free-themed post Talk about your favourite song

Word Count for post 4: 200 words

Today's topic is telling us all about your favourite song.
You can talk about the genre (musical style), melody and lyrics.
Please explain how it is related to you,
Remember to follow the structure below.   

Hey guys, today you will propose a second topic for us to write. Nevertheless, I would like you this time to start using Transitional Phrases in your posts. ( please check out the following link: https://writingcenter.ashford.edu/transitional-phrases).

A transitional phrase indicates the connection between different paragraphs or sentences, they are really important to establish cohesion in your writing. Consequently, try to see which is the relation between your paragraphs, and choose a transition from the lists in the link. You should use at least 4 transitional phrases this time.

But first, you must get used to organize your ideas following a plan, use this delicious cookie as a guide ;)



Sample:

To begin with, I am not sure if I have a favourite song but I can remember some music that was very important in different parts of my life.
In this moment, I can only think of a song from FNM (Faith No More) an alt rock band from the 90's, which is quite famous here in Chile (at least in my generation). I remember listening to their albums with my friends back in school, and this song "Stripsearch" was on my playlist on repeat during the final months of 2002, just before I entered to the university.
The song comes from their "last" album called "Album of the year". Even though they reunited and released a new one some years ago, for many years this was their testament. It is a great record if you give it a chance.
In my opinion, it is a rather slow song, a bit dark but brilliant -just as many of Mike Patton's productions-. It has a cinematic feel (like being immersed in a movie or story). It deals with the concepts of change and transformation, and it can be interpreted as a person looking for its identity. For me, it was a way to remain calm in a moment of personal change and uncertainty.

Finally,here's the link: